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Delaware is one of the most densely-populated states in the U.S., but southern Delaware is not the reason why. This is a region of gently rolling farmland, charming, historic towns, and quiet beaches. Yet there are major metropolitan areas in... [More...]

Delaware is one of the most densely-populated states in the U.S., but southern Delaware is not the reason why. This is a region of gently rolling farmland, charming, historic towns, and quiet beaches. Yet there are major metropolitan areas in almost all directions: Philadelphia and Wilmington to the north, Baltimore and Washington D.C. to the west, and the Norfolk/Virginia Beach metro area to the south. Southern Delaware serves as an oasis for all of them.
Delware has only three counties; and this region has only one: Sussex. It is the part of Delaware that has been settled the longest, originally by the Dutch in the 17th century. Early in its history it was an important shipbuilding area, and both Pennsylvania and Maryland vied for ownership.
Georgetown, the county seat, has a unique history: it was founded specifically to serve as the political center of the county (at about the same time that Washington was being built to serve as the capital of the new United States). The town is also unique in its layout: it was originally planned around a circle, rather than the traditional square.
Most of the other notable communities line the seacoast. Lewes (the former county seat) and Rehoboth Beach are among the most popular. Seaford, in the southwest corner, and Milford, straddling the county line with Kent County in the north, are the exceptions. Milford is the largest town in the region, but Seaford is the largest town entirely within Sussex County. [Less...]

Delaware is one of the most densely-populated states in the U.S., but southern Delaware is not the reason why. This is a region of gently rolling farmland, charming, historic towns, and quiet beaches. Yet there are major metropolitan areas in... [More...]

Delaware is one of the most densely-populated states in the U.S., but southern Delaware is not the reason why. This is a region of gently rolling farmland, charming, historic towns, and quiet beaches. Yet there are major metropolitan areas in almost all directions: Philadelphia and Wilmington to the north, Baltimore and Washington D.C. to the west, and the Norfolk/Virginia Beach metro area to the south. Southern Delaware serves as an oasis for all of them.
Delware has only three counties; and this region has only one: Sussex. It is the part of Delaware that has been settled the longest, originally by the Dutch in the 17th century. Early in its history it was an important shipbuilding area, and both Pennsylvania and Maryland vied for ownership.
Georgetown, the county seat, has a unique history: it was founded specifically to serve as the political center of the county (at about the same time that Washington was being built to serve as the capital of the new United States). The town is also unique in its layout: it was originally planned around a circle, rather than the traditional square.
Most of the other notable communities line the seacoast. Lewes (the former county seat) and Rehoboth Beach are among the most popular. Seaford, in the southwest corner, and Milford, straddling the county line with Kent County in the north, are the exceptions. Milford is the largest town in the region, but Seaford is the largest town entirely within Sussex County. [Less...]

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Delaware is one of the most densely-populated states in the U.S., but southern Delaware is not the reason why. This is a region of gently rolling farmland, charming, historic towns, and quiet beaches. Yet there are major metropolitan areas in almost all directions: Philadelphia and Wilmington to the north, Baltimore and Washington D.C. to the west, and the Norfolk/Virginia Beach metro area to the south. Southern Delaware serves as an oasis for all of them.

Delware has only three counties; and this region has only one: Sussex. It is the part of Delaware that has been settled the longest, originally by the Dutch in the 17th century. Early in its history it was an important shipbuilding area, and both Pennsylvania and Maryland vied for ownership.

Georgetown, the county seat, has a unique history: it was founded specifically to serve as the political center of the county (at about the same time that Washington was being built to serve as the capital of the new United States). The town is also unique in its layout: it was originally planned around a circle, rather than the traditional square.

Most of the other notable communities line the seacoast. Lewes (the former county seat) and Rehoboth Beach are among the most popular. Seaford, in the southwest corner, and Milford, straddling the county line with Kent County in the north, are the exceptions. Milford is the largest town in the region, but Seaford is the largest town entirely within Sussex County.

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34026 Anna's Way Long Neck DE 19966

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Preview: Mariner's Cove - MHC

35356 Sussex Lane Millsboro DE 19966

Come live the leisurely lifestyle...
seasonally or all year round at Mariner's Cove!
Your gateway to the Rehoboth Bay, located on the peninsula of Long Neck, Delaware, just minutes away from Delaware's finest Atlantic Coast beaches.

Preview: Sweetbriar - MHC

35356 Sussex Lane # 1 Millsboro DE 19966

Situated along Red Mill Pond in Rehoboth Beach, Sweetbriar offers the beauty of waterfront living in a quiet country setting. Water-skiing and fishing are just a few of the benefits offered by the nearby pond, while the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean ...

Preview: Aspen Meadows - MHC

36179 Palace Lane Rehoboth Beach DE 19971

Situated just a few short miles from the Atlantic Ocean beaches and state parks, Aspen Meadows enjoys a scenic location. This spacious community is conveniently close to shopping, restaurants, golf courses and medical centers.

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36179 Palace Lane Rehoboth Beach DE 19971

Convenient to the scenic shores of the Atlantic, lush state parks and outlet shopping, Camelot Meadows offers its residents a variety of activities. A few minutes drive is all that's needed to reach area restaurants, shopping, beaches and golf courses.

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32045 Janice Rd. (A-1) Lewes DE 19958

The quiet surroundings of this Lewes, Delaware community provide a serene lifestyle with the conveniences of shopping, restaurants and medical facilities just a short distance away. In addition to Whispering Pines' community amenities, the beaches ...

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32045 Janice Road Rehoboth Beach DE 19958

A few short miles to the beaches of the Atlantic and just 5 minutes from Rehoboth Beach, McNicol Place offers its residents a variety of activities including area fishing, golf courses, state parks, shopping and restaurants. The Cape May/Lewes Ferry ...

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Preview: Chapel Crossing

. Dagsboro DE 19939

Nestled in the historic town of Dagsboro, Chapel Crossing offers the best of Delaware living for you and your family. This enclave of 98 townhomes is designed to capture the spirit of close-knit community and distinctive design, with amenities such as ...

Preview: Bayside

36220 Lighthouse Road Selbyville DE 19975

Located along the Assawoman Bay and just minutes from Fenwick Island, Bayside is a master-planned waterfront resort golf community that offers a rare blend of unspoiled nature and beauty, and a variety of signature amenities and homestyles. Bayside’s ...

Preview: Brandywine Assisted Living at Fenwick Island

21111 Arrington Drive Selbyville DE 19975

Scenically situated in Selbyville, Delaware between the Atlantic Ocean and the inland bays of southeastern Delaware, Brandywine Assisted Living at Fenwick Island provides an affordable, elegant environment for older adults who require a degree of ...

Preview: Independence

30143 George Washington Ave. Millsboro DE 19966

The premier 55+ community of coastal southern Delaware is located on Route 5 approximately 15 minutes from the resort towns of Rehoboth Beach and Lewes, DE. The community of Independence will feature single family homes offering single floor living and ...

Preview: Burtons Crossing

. Millsboro DE 19966

Located in the historic town of Millsboro, Burtons Crossing offers the best of Delaware living for you and your family. This affordable neighborhood of 114 townhomes is designed to capture the spirit of close-knit community and distinctive design, with ...

Preview: Hamlet At Dirickson Pond

36891 Jahnigen Dr. Frankford DE 19945

Nestled on 122 acres, of which 24 acres will be protected wetlands, Hamlet At Dirickson Pond is a unique community of luxury single-family homes built around a 35+acre spring fed pond, which straddles along the scenic view of Dirickson Creek. While many ...

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Located in the Fox River Valley, Willow Lake Estates is a beautifully landscaped community featuring mature willow, oak, and maple trees in a country setting. Residents enjoy amenities including the community's private, spring-fed stocked lake.